We are looking for a Training Coordinator to support the planning and delivery of engaging learning programs in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position will focus on organizing training activities, coordinating event logistics, and helping participants, facilitators, and business partners stay aligned throughout each program. The ideal candidate brings strong operational discipline, excellent communication skills, and the ability to keep multiple moving pieces on track in a fast-paced learning environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the day-to-day coordination of training programs from enrollment through session completion, ensuring each event is organized and ready for delivery.<br>• Maintain class schedules, participant lists, and training calendars while keeping records accurate and up to date.<br>• Work closely with instructors and internal teams to confirm agendas, pre-session tasks, materials, and session requirements before each program begins.<br>• Provide onsite or event-level support by preparing rooms, arranging materials, coordinating meals, and resolving logistical issues as they arise.<br>• Partner with vendors and internal service teams to arrange accommodations, transportation, catering, supplies, and other event-related needs.<br>• Track attendance, capacity, cancellations, eligibility, and participation data to support a smooth learner experience and accurate reporting.<br>• Draft and distribute timely training communications, answer participant questions, and provide guidance on schedules, expectations, and available resources.<br>• Compile enrollment, attendance, feedback, and evaluation data into regular updates for learning leaders and business stakeholders.<br>• Contribute to process improvement efforts by documenting procedures, maintaining resource guides, and supporting new learning initiatives and operational priorities.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a distribution client in the recruiting for a Senior Production Planner responsible for developing, coordinating, and optimizing production plans and schedules to support customer demand, inventory objectives, and manufacturing efficiency in an aftermarket organization. The ideal candidate brings strong production planning experience in an aftermarket manufacturing environment, with a proven ability to manage demand variability, support service-level commitments, and collaborate across operations, procurement, inventory, and customer service teams.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a permanent placement opportunity offering full health benefits, competitive salary with annual bonus eligibility, 401k match and generous time off. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, forecasted demand, inventory targets, capacity, and material availability. </li><li>Support aftermarket operations by planning for replacement parts, service part requirements, and short-lead-time customer orders. </li><li>Review and analyze demand trends, inventory levels, open work orders, and backlog to align production priorities with business needs. </li><li>Coordinate closely with purchasing, warehouse, production, and customer service teams to ensure materials and resources are available to meet schedule commitments. </li><li>Monitor production progress and adjust schedules in response to supply disruptions, capacity constraints, engineering changes, and urgent customer demand. </li><li>Use ERP/MRP systems to manage planning activities, identify shortages, release work orders, and recommend corrective actions. </li><li>Partner with procurement to expedite critical materials, resolve shortages, and minimize disruptions to production and customer deliveries. </li><li>Maintain appropriate inventory levels for raw materials, work-in-process, finished goods, and service parts while supporting inventory turn goals. </li><li>Communicate schedule risks, delays, and recovery plans to internal stakeholders in a timely and professional manner. </li><li>Analyze planning and scheduling performance metrics, including on-time delivery, schedule attainment, backlog, and inventory performance. </li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning accuracy, lead time reduction, inventory optimization, and production flow.</li><li>Ensure planning parameters, bills of material, lead times, and item master data are maintained accurately within the ERP system. </li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a manufacturing client in the recruiting for Senior Production Planner responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining production schedules to ensure efficient manufacturing operations, on-time delivery, and optimal inventory levels. In addition to core planning responsibilities, this position will also provide support to the Materials Manager and Senior Buyer by assisting with select purchasing and supplier coordination activities. The ideal candidate will have strong planning expertise, solid ERP/MRP system knowledge, inventory level control and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. </p><p><br></p><p>This is permanent placement opportunity offering full health benefits, annual bonus eligibility, 401k match and generous paid time off. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer demand, inventory targets, capacity, and material availability. </li><li>Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to address changing priorities, shortages, or operational constraints. </li><li>Analyze demand forecasts, work orders, and inventory levels to ensure accurate production planning and timely material flow.</li><li>Coordinate with manufacturing, warehouse, and customer service teams to support on-time order fulfillment. </li><li>Review MRP/ERP outputs and take action to resolve scheduling, capacity, and material-related issues. </li><li>Identify risks to production schedules and escalate supply or capacity concerns proactively. </li><li>Support inventory accuracy and help maintain appropriate stock levels for raw materials, components, and finished goods.</li><li>Assist the Buyer with purchase order placement, supplier follow-up, order confirmations, and tracking delivery dates. </li><li>Communicate with suppliers regarding material availability, expedites, push-outs, and delivery changes.</li><li>Help the Materials Manager analyze material requirements, purchasing priorities, and supply chain performance. </li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve planning, purchasing, and inventory control processes. </li><li>Prepare and maintain reports related to production schedules, shortages, supplier status, and key materials metrics. </li><li>Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on scheduling efficiency, inventory optimization, and supplier performance. </li></ul>